The goal of this interview is to gather a clinician's perspective on the feasibility and potential integration of a new Geriatric Functional Assessment System (GFAS) into their clinical practice. This proposed system is a clinic-based wearable device designed to collect visual and motion data from older adults during their primary care visits that will help assess physical function. Its goal is to collect and process data, apply machine learning, and enable clinicians to identify early signs of functional decline.
Are you a woman with a history of breast cancer (Stage 0-III)? Do you identify as Black/African-American? Do you struggle with fear or worry that your cancer may return? If you are a breast cancer survivor that identifies as Black/African-American, you may be eligible to participate in the FoRtitude Interview Study. Compensation provided.
Is your child between the ages of 8 and 11? Was your child assigned female sex at birth? If so, you may be able to take part in a study to see how social experiences and puberty can affect the mental health of preteen girls. We want to help improve youth mental health support. Compensation provided.
Do you identify as Asian American or Pacific Islander? If so, you may be able to take part in a study aimed at understanding the challenges with healthcare access. We want to help make healthcare easier to access and improve health for the Asian American Pacific Islander community. Compensation is provided.
Have you or your loved one stayed in the intensive care unit (ICU) for respiratory failure in the past year? Was it a challenge for you both to get back to normal at home after the ICU stay was over? If so, you may be able to participate in a study to support people who have been in the intensive care unit (ICU) and their families. We want to hear about your experiences and thoughts on a new program to help you adjust to life after leaving the ICU. Compensation provided.
Have you given birth before? Are you an adult? If so, you may be able to participate in a study to see if postpartum depression and/or postpartum psychosis have a genetic cause. We want to ultimately find a cure. Help us stop postpartum depression. Compensation provided.
Do you own a family business? Are you an adult? If so, you may be able to take part in a study on how family businesses prepare for the future when ownership moves from parents to children. We want to understand how they plan for and handle these changes.We need your insights for a research study on succession planning in family businesses.
UNC Dermatology conducts clinical research studies for multiple skin conditions. We are inviting anyone who is interested in being contacted about current or future research studies to sign up for our registry.
Do you identify as Malaysian? Are you a part of a religious organization in Malaysia? Are you interested in the state of gender equality in Malaysia? If so, you will be able to participate in a study on the challenges men in Malaysia face when involved in gender equality work. We will also explore people's opinions on their involvement. Compensation provided.
Do you spend a large portion of your day sitting? Do you exercise less than 90 minutes per week? If so, you may be able to take part in a study looking at how sitting and movement affect your life. We want to help lower the chances of getting heart disease and diabetes. Compensation provided.